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Infotainment system

First steps

Introduction

The functions and settings of the Infotainment system depend on the vehicle equipment and are not available in all countries.

Prior to the ﬁrst use

Before using the Infotainment system for the ﬁrst time, read the following points to be able to fully use the available functions and settings:

Observe the safety instructions ⇒ Safety instructions.

Reset the Infotainment system to factory settings.

Find your favorite radio stations and save them on the station preset buttons to quickly access them ⇒ Radio mode.

Only use suitable audio sources and data carriers ⇒ Media mode.

Use current map data for the navigation system.

Pair a cell phone in order to use the phone interface to make calls ⇒ Mobile phone interface.

Other applicable documents

In addition to this manual, please refer to the following documentation when using this Infotainment system and its components:

Supplements to your Owner's Manual.

Operating instructions for the cell phone or audio sources.

Operating instructions for external data carriers and players.

Instructions for retroﬁtted or additional Infotainment accessories.

Service description when using VW Car-Net services.

Safety instructions

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Some functions may contain links to websites that are administered by third parties. Volkswagen does not assume ownership of third-party sites reached

through links and is not responsible for their content.

Some functions may contain third-party information that originates from third-party providers. Volkswagen is not responsible for the accuracy, currentness, and

completeness of this non-proprietary information, and for ensuring that the rights of third parties are not violated.

The radio stations and owners of the data carriers and audio sources are responsible for the transmitted content.

Parking buildings, garages, underpasses, tunnels, tall buildings, mountains and valleys or electrical devices such as battery chargers can also interfere with

cell phone, GPS and radio signal reception.

Foil stickers or stickers with a metal layer placed on the antenna and on the windows can impair radio reception.

Read and follow the applicable manufacturer's operating instructions when using cell phones, data carriers, external devices, and external audio and media

sources.

WARNING

The Infotainment system's central processor is networked with the control modules installed in the vehicle. As a result, if the central processor is incorrectly

repaired, removed or reinstalled, there is an increased risk of accident and injury.

Never replace the central processor with a used central processor from a scrap vehicle or from recycling.

Always have the central processor repaired, removed and reinstalled by suitably qualiﬁed professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an

authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING

Driver distraction can cause accidents and injuries. Reading information on the screen, operating the Infotainment system and connecting, inserting or removing

a data carrier or audio source while driving can distract from trafﬁc and cause accidents.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

WARNING

Displays and information on the screen may be difﬁcult to read if the lighting conditions are unfavorable or if the screen is damaged or dirty.

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Never allow displays and information on the screen to cause you to engage in behavior that poses a safety risk. Always drive attentively and responsibly.

WARNING

Setting the volume too high prevents warning chimes from being heard from outside and can cause hearing damage. This is true even if you are exposed to a

loud volume for only a short time.

Adjust the volume settings in the Infotainment system so that audible signals from outside the vehicle (such as sirens on emergency service vehicles)

can still be heard.

WARNING

Sudden volume ﬂuctuations may occur when the audio or media source is changed or connected.

Reduce the volume level before changing or connecting an audio or media source.

WARNING

The following conditions may prevent or cause interruptions to emergency calls, phone calls, and data transmission:

If you are in a location with no or very poor cell phone or GPS reception.

If you are in a location where there is good cell phone and GPS reception, but the telecommunications provider's mobile communications network is

malfunctioning or unavailable.

If the vehicle components required for emergency calls, phone calls, and data transmission are damaged, not operating, or have insufﬁcient power.

If the cell phone battery is drained or if the battery charge level is too low.

WARNING

Radio stations can broadcast messages about disasters and dangers. It may not be possible to receive or send messages under the following conditions:

If you are in a location with no radio reception, or insufﬁcient reception.

If the radio station's frequency bands are malfunctioning or not available.

If the speakers and vehicle components required for radio reception are damaged, not operating, or have insufﬁcient power.

WARNING

In some countries and mobile networks, emergency calls can only be made under the following conditions:

A cell phone with an unlocked SIM card and sufﬁcient calling credit is connected to the vehicle's phone interface.

Adequate network coverage is available.

WARNING

Using a cell phone or CB radio inside the vehicle without a separate outside antenna that is installed correctly may create electromagnetic energy that exceeds

permissible limits. This may be dangerous to your health and that of your vehicle occupants. This also applies if the exterior antenna is not installed correctly.

Keep the cell phone antenna at least approximately 20 cm (8 inches) away from any active medical implants, such as pacemakers, because cell phones

can impair the function of active medical implants.

Do not place a cell phone that is turned on directly above or in the immediate vicinity of any active medical implants, for example by keeping the cell

phone in a shirt pocket.

Immediately switch off cell phones if you suspect there is interference with an active medical implant or other medical device.

WARNING

Unsecured or incorrectly mounted cell phones, external devices, and accessories can be thrown through the vehicle interior and cause injury in the event of

sudden driving or braking maneuvers or a collision.

Secure cell phones, external devices and accessories outside of the airbag deployment zone or stow them securely.

Arrange cables for external devices and audio sources so that they are not in the way of the driver.

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WARNING

Driving recommendations and trafﬁc signs displayed in the navigation system may differ from the actual trafﬁc situation.

Trafﬁc signs, signal systems, and trafﬁc regulations take priority over the driving recommendations and displays in the navigation system.

Adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and trafﬁc conditions.

Certain events, such as road closures, can considerably increase the original estimated driving time and distance to the destination, or navigation there

may be temporarily impossible.

NOTICE

Radiation from cell phones that are switched on can interfere with sensitive technical and medical devices, potentially causing malfunctions or damage to the

devices.

Always switch off the cell phone in areas with special regulations relating to or prohibiting the use of cell phones.

NOTICE

Setting the volume too high and excessively loud or distorted playback can damage the speakers.

Select the volume setting so that the speakers are not damaged.

User information

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and Safety instructions.

The Infotainment system requires a few seconds to perform a complete system start, and will not respond to inputs during that time. During the system start,

only the Rear Assist camera can be displayed.

The Infotainment system must start completely before all displays can appear and functions can be performed. The length of time that it takes for the system to

start depends on the scope of functions in the Infotainment system, and it can take longer to start at low and high temperatures.

Observe local regulations and legal requirements when using the Infotainment system and corresponding accessories, such as a headset or headphones.

For the Infotainment system to function, it must be switched on and the vehicle must be set to the current date and time if necessary.

A missing function key in the screen is not the result of a device error, but instead corresponds to the country-dependent equipment.

Some Infotainment system functions can only be selected when the vehicle is stationary. In some countries, the selector lever must also be in the P or N

position. This is not a malfunction, but rather compliance with legal regulations.

Some countries may have restrictions regarding the use of Bluetooth® devices. Information can be obtained from the local authorities.

If the 12 V vehicle battery has been disconnected, switch on the ignition before switching on the Infotainment system.

Displays on the screen may vary due to differences in the settings, and the Infotainment system may function differently than described in this manual.

The Infotainment system will switch off automatically when the engine stops and if the 12 V vehicle battery charge level is low.

In some vehicles with a parking system, the volume of the current audio source may be automatically lowered when you shift into reverse. The volume

reduction level can be adjusted.

The Infotainment system contains information about the software contained in the system and the licensing terms under: Setup

If selling or loaning your vehicle, make sure that all saved data, ﬁles and settings are deleted, and that the external SD card, external audio sources and data

carriers are removed, if necessary.

Certain functions in the Infotainment system require an active VW Car-Net account for the vehicle and an online connection to the Internet. In order to enable

functions to be carried out, data transfer must not be restricted.

Overview and controls of the 8" version and 6.5" version

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